Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song Collection

Compose Date

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Jan 10, 1890

Average_duration

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4:42

Hugo Wolf's 'Mühvoll komm' ich und beladen' is a song from his 'Spanisches Liederbuch' (Spanish Songbook), which was composed between 1890 and 1896. The song was premiered in 1896 and is part of the second volume of the songbook. The song is a setting of a poem by the Spanish poet Lope de Vega. It is a melancholic and introspective piece, with the narrator reflecting on the difficulties of life and the burdens he carries. The title translates to 'I come laboriously and burdened', which sets the tone for the song. The song is in a slow tempo and is marked 'sehr innig' (very intimate). It is in the key of F minor and is written for a solo voice and piano. The piano part is sparse and delicate, with gentle arpeggios and occasional chords. The vocal line is expressive and lyrical, with long phrases and subtle dynamic changes. The song is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section is marked 'sehr langsam' (very slow) and is the most introspective of the three. The second section is marked 'etwas bewegter' (somewhat more animated) and is more hopeful in tone. The final section is marked 'wieder sehr langsam' (again very slow) and returns to the introspective mood of the opening. Overall, 'Mühvoll komm' ich und beladen' is a beautiful and poignant song that showcases Wolf's skill as a composer of lieder. It is a testament to his ability to capture the emotional depth of a poem and translate it into music.

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